MSHP working through dozens of crashes from slick roads
Icy pavement is making for a busy morning for the Missouri State Highway Patrol.
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Citizens Law Enforcement Academy now accepting applications
Dozens of Buchanan County residents sit in the Law Enforcement Center as St. Joseph Police give their introductory presentation for the Joint Citizens Academy.
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I-229 southbound to I-29 northbound ramp closure
A ramp from Interstate 229 to Interstate 29 will be closed next week for repair work. Missouri Department of Transportation crews will close the ramp and bridge from I-229 southbound to I-29 northbound south of St. Joseph for bridge approach repairs on Wednesday, Feb. 5. The ramp will be closed from 8 a.m. to 4
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Fees for Inmate phone calls could be limited by bill
A proposed Missouri bill by State Senator Rusty Black would limit the rate inmates pay to make phone calls.
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Buchanan County law enforcement agencies issue statements on their roles with ICE
Buchanan County law enforcement agencies issue statements on their roles with ICE amid the Trump administrations crackdown on immigration.
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MoDOT warns no access to or from Karnes Road, Belt Highway
The Missouri Department of Transportation shared on Monday morning that drivers need to find alternate routes to Belt Highway instead of accessing Karnes Road. MoDOT sent a press release to News-Press NOW on Monday, Jan. 27: “The intersection of U.S. Route 169 (Belt Highway) and Karnes Road in St. Joseph is closed due to a
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Officer on leave as investigation continues in shooting
A St. Joseph Police Department officer involved in the Jan. 31 shooting incident is on administrative leave as an investigation continues.
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Roadwork planned next week for Atchison, Nodaway counties in Missouri
The Missouri Department of Transportation released some planned roadwork for several Northwest Missouri counties for next week, including Atchison and Nodaway counties. In Atchison County, MoDOT will be patching potholes on U.S. Route 136 from the Brownville Bridge to Route M on January 28 and 29. In Nodaway County, Route NN at the Platte River
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No injuries reported in train derailment Monday night
No injuries were reported in a train derailment around 9 p.m. Monday near the area of Route 759 and Oak Street in St. Joseph. Local authorities are asking residents to avoid the area as cleanup efforts get underway. “Upon arrival, I walked up to the engine and it appeared that they hit a broken piece
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MoDOT released planned roadwork for Feb. 3 to Feb. 9
The Missouri Department of Transportation has scheduled roadwork for several counties in Northwest Missouri for the week of Feb. 3 through Feb. 9. In Andrew County, MoDOT crews are performing bridge maintenance along Route C at the One Hundred and Two River Bridge, work began on Sunday, Feb. 2 and will run until Thursday, Feb.
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Body identified from house fire last week
The St. Joseph Police Department has identified a body found at the 4500 block of Badger Street last week.
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Sheriff warns against new scammer calls
The Buchanan County, Missouri, Sheriff’s Office took to social media on Tuesday morning to once again remind citizen about scam phone calls.
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Missouri Highway Patrol sees DWI arrests increase in 2024
The Missouri State Highway Patrol is placing an increased focus on driving down the number of DWI incidents statewide in 2025.
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Atchison standoff ends with suspect shot, hostage freed
Multiple shots were fired at an Atchison Police vehicle during a 9-hour armed standoff Friday evening that came to an end early Saturday.
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A Safe Haven: Andrew County installs baby box
With the help of surrounding law enforcement agencies and community members from near and far, the Andrew County Community Builders reached their goal of $40,000 to bring a Safe Haven Baby Box to Northwest Missouri.
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Law enforcement reminding drivers to remain hands free
It has been less than a month since Missouri’s Hands-Free Law went into effect and law enforcement are continuing to see distracted driving. The grace period is over for the Missouri law banning cellphone use while driving. The Siddens-Bening Hands-Free Law went into effect in August 2024 and was enforced in January this year, meaning
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Highway patrol warns against road rage following recent incidents
Law enforcement officers are cautioning drivers to avoid engaging in road-rage situations which can lead to a fatal outcome.
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Fire crews attend powerline training with Evergy
Local firefighters attended a training conducted by Evergy on Wednesday morning which focused on power lines. The training offered a refresher on how to properly respond to emergencies involving overhead and underground power lines, including dig-ins and downed power lines from storms. The goal was for first responders to learn how to keep themselves safe
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SJPD captain selected Platte City police chief
St. Joseph police Capt. Jeff Wilson will become the new police chief in Platte City, Missouri, in April.
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Police using Flock cameras to put the brakes on crime
The St. Joseph police department is the latest agency to utilize flock cameras around the city, in effort to combat crime.
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It was a busy year for the St. Joseph Fire Department in 2024
According to its annual report, the St. Joseph Fire Department responded to 16,061 calls in 2024. These calls included fire emergencies, medical calls, and fire safety inspections. This is a faint decrease from 2023 when the fire department responded to 16,082 calls for service. While the St. Joseph Fire Department saw a slight decrease in
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Winter solutions to keep your child safe while traveling
Local experts are reminding parents of proper winter car seat safety.
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Police Departments warn of ‘Brushing Scams’ ahead of holiday
Law enforcement agencies across the area are warning individuals about “Brushing Scams” this holiday. The “brushing scam” begins when a person receives an unexpected package in the mail disguised as a gift, according to officials with St. Joseph, Missouri, Police Department. “And when you open the package, it’s quite possible you’ll be confused,” said SJPD
Continue ReadingKansas man dies after minivan leaves roadway and catches fire, KHP says
By Eduardo Castillo – The Wichita Eagle (TNS) Dec. 31—A 35-year-old Kansas man died Tuesday morning when the minivan he was driving left the road and caught fire. The victim was identified as Jared Adock of Kingman, a Kansas Highway Patrol crash log shows. The crash was reported at 4 a.m. along Kansas Highway 42
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Missouri Hands-Free Law to be enforced starting Jan. 1
By Jenna Wilson Starting Wednesday, Missouri drivers can be ticketed for using their phones behind the wheel. The Siddens Bening Hands-Free Law, prohibiting hand-held cell phone use while driving, actually went into effect in August 2023, but officers have given drivers a 16-month grace period to prepare. The grace period is now coming to an
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St. Joseph Police Department welcomes two new officers
By Nicole Scott Two officers have joined the ranks of the St. Joseph Police Department. Officer John Nash has 11 years of law enforcement experience, and Officer John Baker has four years of experience. Both of the officers were sworn in on Dec. 30 at the St. Joseph City Hall.
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Law enforcement offers New Year’s Eve safety tips
By Leah Rainwater With New Year’s Eve celebrations approaching, local law enforcement has some tips to keep everyone safe. The Missouri State Highway Patrol will have additional officers out on the roads to ensure driver safety. “It’s always important to make sure that you obey all traffic laws,” said Sgt. Shane Hux. “Make sure you
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As firework sales begin, experts urge safety for New Year’s celebrations
By Jenna Wilson As New Year’s Eve approaches, experts are emphasizing the importance of firework safety for those planning to celebrate in a dazzling way. While most people associate fireworks with the Fourth of July, in Missouri, sales also are permitted during the last two weeks of the year for those who want to ring
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Woman killed in weekend accident
By NewsPress Now A 35-year-old woman from Council Bluffs, Iowa, is dead following a single-vehicle crash Saturday on Interstate 29 in Andrew County. The woman was going south about two miles north of Country Club Village at about 4:10 a.m. on Dec. 28 when she drove into the median and hit an emergency crossover causing
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St. Joseph drivers should use caution New Year’s Eve
By Kendra Simpson Many St. Joseph residents will be celebrating the new year this coming Tuesday evening, but one wrong decision could prove fatal. The National Safety Council estimates that 179 people may die on roadways throughout the United States Roads this New Year’s Eve on Tuesday, Dec. 31, but that everyone can do their
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